2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Aveo | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
